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Police continues to arrest curfew violators As the situation begins to normalize on the island of Sint Maarten and curfews issued during the evening hours, persons continue to violate this law and venture out on the streets without a hurricane pass. Between Wednesday September 20th and Thursday September 21st a total of 10 persons were […]

Even though a 24 hours curfew until further notice went into effect prior to the passing of hurricane “Maria”, to safeguard the safety and security of the community, numerous persons did not respect this measure and ventured out on the public streets anyhow. As a result hereof on Wednesday September 20th, at approximately 09.45 a.m. […]

Press Release: Settlement Between Aruba Airlines And De Swart

ORANJESTAD – Aruba Airlines was established in 2006 by Mr. Onno de Swart. As part of Aruba Airlines growth strategy, an acquisition deal was signed in April 2012 between Mr. de Swart and Seastar Holding N.V.

The intention of this acquisition deal was to further capitalize the Company, by means of expanding its operation to be able to incorporate an Airbus A320 on the operations specifications.

Press Release: Settlement Between Aruba Airlines And De Swart

This project was successfully realized, Aruba Airlines has three Airbus A320’s operating.

In 2016 some disputes have arisen between the parties which resulted in several court cases. In order to safeguard the existence of the company, parties have decided to conclude an amicable settlement and part their ways. Mr. Onno de Swart is no longer a beneficial owner and does not participate in any way whatsoever in the Company Aruba Airlines. Mr. Onno de Swart wishes the Company lots of luck for the future.Source Curacao Chronicle

(BBC) — The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Planned Parenthood, an abortion and healthcare provider, have sued Alabama over its ban on abortion. The groups called the “extreme” law a “manmade public health emergency”. The ban, which offers no exceptions for rape or incest, was signed last week but has not taken effect. Anti-abortion […]

(BBC) — At least 23 inmates have died after clashes broke out at a jail inside a Venezuelan police station, according to a rights group. At least 14 police officers were wounded, Una Ventana a la Libertad said. The jail, in Acarigua, is designed to hold 250 people but currently has around 540 inmates, the […]